May 1, 2018
By Obituaries on May 1, 2018.
1936 ~ CECIL KOCH ~ 2018 Cecil Koch, beloved family man and friend to all, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, April 26th, 2018 at the age of 82 years. The Funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday at HOLY FAMILY PARISH. Memorial gifts in Cecil's memory may be made to the Medicine Hat Chapter of ACT/UCT or the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Cecil Koch. Funeral arrangements are entrusted toSAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
1944 ~ BILL GEORGE ~ 2018 William “Bill” Nelson George of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Anne George, passed away on Sunday, April 29th, 2018 at the age of 73 years. Bill leaves to cherish his memory his children, Jason (Sharon) George, Sheldon George (Penny Mercer) and Aneita (Clay) Schweigert and their families. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Bill George. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
1945 ~ LEONARD PIOTROWSKI ~ 2018 Leonard Piotrowski of Manyberries, beloved husband of the late Mary Jane Piotrowski, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the age of 73 years. Leonard leaves to cherish his memory his children, Tim (Tannis) of Manyberries and Sue (Gord) Wudrich of Bow Island; two grandchildren, Barrett Piotrowski and Taylor Wudrich (Shandi Balog); two brothers; two sisters; numerous nieces and nephews; and Marilyn Ross. Leonard was predeceased by his wife, Mary Jane; his parents, Stanley and Cecilia; and seven siblings. Leonard was born on January 25, 1945 in Preeceville, Saskatchewan. He grew up with a love of ranching owning and operating the Lost River Ranch. Leonard enjoyed rodeo, hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. His yard was immaculate, and he was always on time. He was a Past Director of the Chinook Rodeo Association and an Honourary Director of the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede. The Funeral Service will be held at the CYPRESS CENTRE, 2055 – 21 Avenue SE, on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. David J. Carter officiating. Memorial gifts in Leonard’s memory may be made to HALO, 12 – 49 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Leonard Piotrowski. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
1959 ~ ANGIE BASSENDOWSKI ~ 2018 Angelina “Angie” Bassendowski, beloved wife of Steven Bassendowski of Medicine Hat, passed away on Monday, April 30th, 2018 at the age of 58 years. Angie also leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Nancy Bassendowski (Jon Sookocheff) and Crystal (Layne) Ardell; five grandchildren, Gwendolyn, Eleonora and Marsden Sookocheff and Isabella and Scarlette Ardell; one sister, Florence (Darrell) Hill; two brothers, Gerald (Jan) Zimmer and John (Esther) Zimmer; her father-in-law, Rudy Bassendowski (Berua Kazuik); her sister-in-law, Sharon (Gene) Cochrane; her brother-in-law, Rick Bassendowski; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Angie was predeceased by her father, Leo Zimmer; her mother, Katherine Zimmer; her step-mom, Mary Zimmer; her granddaughter, Leia Ardell; and her sister, Cecilia Zimmer. Angie was born on December 31st, 1959 and was raised and educated in Luseland, Saskatchewan. She married Steven on October 6th, 1979 in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan and together they moved to various places in Saskatchewan before settling in Consul, Saskatchewan, later moving to Medicine Hat. Angie enjoyed camping, reading and scrapbooking. What she loved above all was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Angie's memory may be made to the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association – http://charcotmarietoothc.wixsite.com. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Angie Bassendowski. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed by
SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.
BERTHA MIERAU 1927 ~ 2018
Bertha Annie Mierau, beloved wife of the late Henry Mierau, passed away at Sunnyside Nursing Home on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the age of 90 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
FRANKLIN ROGERS October 12, 1924 ~ April 29, 2018
John Franklin Rogers passed away on April 29, 2018, at the age of 93 years. He is survived by his son, Murray (Julie) Rogers of Bindloss; daughters, Janet (Fred) Kelln and Lorna (Gary) Turner both of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Flora Anhorn, Grace Newbert, and Glennis (Ken) Lewis; brother, Allan Rogers and sister-in-law, Viola Stephenson and their families. Franklin was predeceased by his wife, Jean; son, Keith; parents, Dryden and Thelma Rogers; granddaughter, KariAnn Jasssund; sister, Madeleine Rutz; brother, Arnold Rogers; brothers-in-law, Al Rutz, Frank Newbert, Don Anhorn and Clarence Stephenson; sister-in-law Lorna Rogers as well as four brothers and sisters in infancy. Franklin was born in Empress, Alberta and was raised on the farm at Bindloss. He received his education at the Forks School and Leland High School and then farmed in the district. He enjoyed playing sports, especially curling; senior slo-pitch and watching the Blue Jays. A private family interment will be held with Dr. Shane Andrus officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is
Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455
GARDNER, Edward Robertson (Rob) February 23, 1958 – Calgary, Alberta
April 24, 2018 – Medicine Hat, Alberta Rob Gardner of Medicine Hat, AB, passed away at home with family at his side after a brief battle with cancer at the age of 60. Rob was a loving husband, son, father, pa, and friend to all. He loved working on vehicles and spending time in his garage tinkering with his latest projects. Rob worked as a floor installer for his entire career, most recently working alongside his wife for Carpet One in Medicine Hat. He enjoyed spending time on his deck in the sun. Rob was always there to help friends and strangers alike. He will be greatly missed by all.
Besides his loving wife of 37 years, Terry, Rob is survived by his daughter Robin (Kelly); grandsons, Brennan, and Kaydan; his parents, Angela (Bill) Gardner and Ed Gardner; sisters, Vicky (Dale) Baxandall, and Nancy (Martin) West; and many loving nieces and nephews. Rob was predeceased by his brother, Greg, in 1980, and his son, Bobby, in 1995.
Robs family would like to express their heartfelt thanks ad gratitude for all the thoughtful expressions of love and kindness by relatives and friends during their time of loss and bereavement. A special thanks to all of the physicians and nurses that have helped Rob and family during this difficult time.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street S.E., Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at 2:00 P.M. Reception to follow at the funeral home. Condolences may be forwarded through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Rob Gardner, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Calgary, AB, T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.
GROSS Otto Gross went to be with his Lord on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at the age of 85 years, beloved husband of Ursula Gross of Bow Island. The funeral service will be held in the Zion Lutheran Church (104 2nd Ave W, Bow Island) on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Mac deWaal officiating. As an expression of sympathy, donations in lieu of flowers, may be made to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Otto Gross, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
SCHAUFELE Frances ‘Fran’ Mary Schaufele passed away on Friday, April 27, 2018, at the age of 62 years, beloved wife of Neil Schaufele, of Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory her two children, Jennifer (Troy) Bjelland, and Troy (Marlane) Schaufele, both of Medicine Hat; four grandchildren, Brody, Cooper, Saxyn and Lexus; one brother, Dermot (Anna) O’Neill, of Yellowknife; her brother-in-law, Brian Schaufele, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Patrick and Mary O’Neill, one brother-in-law, Wayne Schaufele, and her sister-in-law, Jacquie Schaufele, as well as her father and mother-in-law, Ed and Esther Schaufele. A private family service will be held with Fr. Philip Le officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Southern Alberta 340 A Maple Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7L5 or The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Fran Schaufele, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
WAGNER Matthew “Matt” James Taylor Wagner, of Toronto, passed away on Friday, April 27, 2018, at the age of 39 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Pam and Bob Wagner of Medicine Hat. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. with Linda Wagner officiating. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Matt Wagner, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2
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